Rome, Italy On April 28, 2026, the Research Area of the National Research Council (CNR) in Montelibretti (Rome) was transformed into an open-air laboratory. Students from a Roman high school took part in a "hands-on" scientific outreach day, actively collaborating with CNR researchers. An Experimental Agricultural Lab The activities have been focused on an experimental […]

Potsdam, Germany 🌱SeedCon 2026🌱 the first International Conference on the Seed Microbiome and Microbial Inheritance is now open for registration & abstract submission! From May 5–7, 2026, researchers & industry partners will gather at the Leibniz Institute for Agricultural Engineering and Bioeconomy (ATB) in Potsdam, Germany to discuss the latest advances in seed microbiome research […]

Łosiów, Poland The "Spring of Flowers" Horticultural Fair took place in Łosiów from May 9-10, 2026. It was one of the most important horticultural events in the region, organized by the Opole Agricultural Advisory Center in Łosiów under the honorary patronage of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development. InHORT the Institute of Horticulture – […]

Mestre, Italy From May 11–13, 2026, researchers, industry partners, and changemakers will gather at Venice-Mestre, Italy to explore groundbreaking innovations and forge lasting partnerships that will revolutionize how we produce, distribute, and consume food globally. SPIN-FERT is part of the Food Revolution 2026 conference in Mestre (Italy) with Loredana Canfora (CREA) as invited speaker on […]

Nantes, France This week, the SPIN-FERT consortium gathered in Nantes, France, for the General Assembly hosted by consortium partner CTIFL. Over three intensive days, researchers, industry partners, growers, and innovation experts from across Europe came together to review progress, share results, and plan the next steps toward healthier soils and peat-free horticulture.  The meeting brought […]